Club news

[McCeltic]

http://www.celticfc.net/news/12932


Fuck the SFA.

[McCeltic]

http://www.bbc.com/sport/football/40687412

[Armin_Bhoy]

Lächerlich in meinen Augen...
Verstehe nicht was an der Choreo schlimm sein soll
Bin da vom Verein enttäuscht

[McCeltic]

Das liegt an den Strafen von der UEFA und nicht am Verein. Gegen die Hearts hätte das jetzt aber nicht sein müssen.

[McCeltic]

http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ ... r-10890848


Für mich ein absoluter Witz. Aber die UEFA nimmt jeden Euro dankend an und ist der noch so lächerlich.

[Gollum]

Peter Lawwell voted on to ECA Executive Board
CELTIC Chief Executive, Peter Lawwell has been voted on to the Executive Board of the European Club Association’s 19th General Assembly in Geneva.

[McCeltic]

Celtic Football Club statement


IN the light of all information that has now become available, Celtic has been in correspondence with the Scottish Football Association in pursuit of the Club’s belief that an independent review should be commissioned to consider the events that led to the liquidation of Rangers Oldco and the governance issues arising from those events. This is exactly the same position as adopted by the SPFL board on behalf of all Scotland's 42 professional clubs.

The Club believes that such a review is essential if a line is to be drawn under this whole affair. On that basis, Scottish football could learn lessons and move on. The Club considers, however, that failure to carry out a full review of these events and issues, which have been without precedent in Scottish football, would represent a failure in transparency, accountability and leadership.

Celtic was, therefore, disappointed to note that the Scottish Football Association board has confirmed that it does not intend to commission such a review. Throughout these processes, Celtic's consistent objective has been to establish the full facts, which is surely the least that all stakeholders in Scottish football - including the supporters of all clubs - are entitled to, and to learn the appropriate lessons. That remains our position.



Aber nicht nur wir, auch andere melden sich zu Wort:


http://www.donssupporterstogether.com/r ... statement/




Hoffe, daß diese Versager bald Geschichte sind.

[Gollum]

Celtic plc Annual results
CELTIC plc today announced the results for the year ended June 30, 2017

SUMMARY OF THE RESULTS

Operational Highlights
- Winner of the Scottish Domestic Treble and our sixth consecutive SPFL Premiership title
- Qualified for the UEFA Champions League playing 6 home European matches (2016: 6 UEFA Europa League)
- 31 home matches (including the ICC tournament) played at Celtic Park (2016: 28)
- Became the first stadium in the UK to accommodate 3,000 'safe standing' section
- Achieved 'Invincible' status by remaining unbeaten domestically in all competitions
- Hugely successful Celebrate '67 events to recognise the 50th Anniversary of the Lisbon Lions winning the European Cup in May 1967
- Delighted to be able to provide support in assisting Celtic FC Foundation to deliver the hugely successful SSE Hydro event, Lions Lunch and Henrik versus Lubo charity match

Financial Highlights
- Group revenue increased by 74.2% to £90.6m
- Operating expenses increased by 33.3% to £76.3m
- Gain on sale of player registrations of £2.3m (2016: £12.6m)
- Profit before taxation of £6.9m (2016: £0.5m)
- Year-end cash net of bank borrowings of £17.9m (2016: £3.6m)
- Investment in football personnel of £13.8m (2016: £8.8m)

CHAIRMAN’S STATEMENT
These results, which declare sales revenue of £90.6m (2016: £52.0m) and a profit before taxation of £6.9m (2016: £0.5m), reflect the paramount importance to the Company of participation in the group stages of the UEFA Champions League.
The foundations for that success are based on consistency, stability and the implementation of a prudent long-term strategy that dictates that the Company invests in its football operations, whilst maintaining a self-sustaining financial model. The Board considers that this strategy remains appropriate for Celtic plc and will continue to seek out and retain top talent on and off the field of play so as to deliver football success and, in turn, shareholder value.
The Board has been able to manage short-term challenges, and maintain the course it has set and reported on over the past several years, because there is consistency in the ownership, Board and executive management of the Company. These ingredients provide the stability that is so crucial for the successful operation of a football club at our level.
On behalf of the Board I warmly congratulate Brendan Rodgers, his staff and the players on a truly remarkable season during which we achieved an Invincible Treble, a sixth consecutive League Championship and consecutive qualifications for the group stages of the UEFA Champions League. Whilst the fundamentals that were in place at the Club when he joined with his staff were strong, Brendan has been a remarkable catalyst.
Just as it is important to recognise the importance to us of participation in the UEFA Champions League, so it is important to recognise that the financial gap between Celtic Football Club and the richer clubs in European football is widening. The growing financial power of a number of key constituencies within the European game makes us vulnerable to structural change. It is, therefore, vital that we are represented at the highest levels of European football.
Peter Lawwell’s appointments to the Board of the European Club Association, the Club Competitions Committee at UEFA and the Professional Football Strategy Council of UEFA gives the Club a voice and ensures that we are very well represented and that our image and profile are held high. We are grateful for Peter’s continued commitment to promoting our interests in this very important arena.
During the year, we welcomed Sharon Brown as a non-executive director, bringing her financial expertise and business acumen, notably in the retail sector, to enhance the skill set of the Board. Ian Livingston, who was appointed in October 2007 and chaired the Audit Committee, stepped down from the Board with effect from 30 June 2017, in order to focus on his other public company commitments. On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Ian for his contribution to the Company and wish Sharon the very best. Sharon now chairs the Audit Committee. Taken together with the changes to the Board last year, when Chris McKay replaced Eric Riley as Financial Director, I believe that we have struck a good balance between stability and progression, both of which are crucial to the long term success of the Company.
Our football success this year marked another important moment in the long history of our Club; the fiftieth anniversary of our success in Lisbon, our greatest success and such an important part of the development of our unique story. The celebrations culminated in a fantastic week of events in May, including the Club’s showcase “Celebrate ‘67” event at The SSE Hydro in Glasgow, honouring the Lisbon Lions and their amazing achievements.
Like all Celtic supporters, I was proud that all net proceeds of those events were passed to Celtic FC Foundation to assist in its Lions’ Legacy projects and other important work. This really is what it means to be Celtic. I thank all of our supporters, shareholders, sponsors, partners and colleagues for their contribution to a successful year for the Club and look forward to working with them to build on that success for the future.

Ian P Bankier
Chairman
September 20, 2017


To read the full Celtic plc results, click HERE

[McCeltic]

Celtic plc Annual results
CELTIC plc today announced the results for the year ended June 30, 2017

SUMMARY OF THE RESULTS

Operational Highlights
- Winner of the Scottish Domestic Treble and our sixth consecutive SPFL Premiership title
- Qualified for the UEFA Champions League playing 6 home European matches (2016: 6 UEFA Europa League)
- 31 home matches (including the ICC tournament) played at Celtic Park (2016: 28)
- Became the first stadium in the UK to accommodate 3,000 'safe standing' section
- Achieved 'Invincible' status by remaining unbeaten domestically in all competitions
- Hugely successful Celebrate '67 events to recognise the 50th Anniversary of the Lisbon Lions winning the European Cup in May 1967
- Delighted to be able to provide support in assisting Celtic FC Foundation to deliver the hugely successful SSE Hydro event, Lions Lunch and Henrik versus Lubo charity match

Financial Highlights
- Group revenue increased by 74.2% to £90.6m
- Operating expenses increased by 33.3% to £76.3m
- Gain on sale of player registrations of £2.3m (2016: £12.6m)
- Profit before taxation of £6.9m (2016: £0.5m)
- Year-end cash net of bank borrowings of £17.9m (2016: £3.6m)
- Investment in football personnel of £13.8m (2016: £8.8m)

CHAIRMAN’S STATEMENT
These results, which declare sales revenue of £90.6m (2016: £52.0m) and a profit before taxation of £6.9m (2016: £0.5m), reflect the paramount importance to the Company of participation in the group stages of the UEFA Champions League.
The foundations for that success are based on consistency, stability and the implementation of a prudent long-term strategy that dictates that the Company invests in its football operations, whilst maintaining a self-sustaining financial model. The Board considers that this strategy remains appropriate for Celtic plc and will continue to seek out and retain top talent on and off the field of play so as to deliver football success and, in turn, shareholder value.
The Board has been able to manage short-term challenges, and maintain the course it has set and reported on over the past several years, because there is consistency in the ownership, Board and executive management of the Company. These ingredients provide the stability that is so crucial for the successful operation of a football club at our level.
On behalf of the Board I warmly congratulate Brendan Rodgers, his staff and the players on a truly remarkable season during which we achieved an Invincible Treble, a sixth consecutive League Championship and consecutive qualifications for the group stages of the UEFA Champions League. Whilst the fundamentals that were in place at the Club when he joined with his staff were strong, Brendan has been a remarkable catalyst.
Just as it is important to recognise the importance to us of participation in the UEFA Champions League, so it is important to recognise that the financial gap between Celtic Football Club and the richer clubs in European football is widening. The growing financial power of a number of key constituencies within the European game makes us vulnerable to structural change. It is, therefore, vital that we are represented at the highest levels of European football.
Peter Lawwell’s appointments to the Board of the European Club Association, the Club Competitions Committee at UEFA and the Professional Football Strategy Council of UEFA gives the Club a voice and ensures that we are very well represented and that our image and profile are held high. We are grateful for Peter’s continued commitment to promoting our interests in this very important arena.
During the year, we welcomed Sharon Brown as a non-executive director, bringing her financial expertise and business acumen, notably in the retail sector, to enhance the skill set of the Board. Ian Livingston, who was appointed in October 2007 and chaired the Audit Committee, stepped down from the Board with effect from 30 June 2017, in order to focus on his other public company commitments. On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Ian for his contribution to the Company and wish Sharon the very best. Sharon now chairs the Audit Committee. Taken together with the changes to the Board last year, when Chris McKay replaced Eric Riley as Financial Director, I believe that we have struck a good balance between stability and progression, both of which are crucial to the long term success of the Company.
Our football success this year marked another important moment in the long history of our Club; the fiftieth anniversary of our success in Lisbon, our greatest success and such an important part of the development of our unique story. The celebrations culminated in a fantastic week of events in May, including the Club’s showcase “Celebrate ‘67” event at The SSE Hydro in Glasgow, honouring the Lisbon Lions and their amazing achievements.
Like all Celtic supporters, I was proud that all net proceeds of those events were passed to Celtic FC Foundation to assist in its Lions’ Legacy projects and other important work. This really is what it means to be Celtic. I thank all of our supporters, shareholders, sponsors, partners and colleagues for their contribution to a successful year for the Club and look forward to working with them to build on that success for the future.

Ian P Bankier
Chairman
September 20, 2017


To read the full Celtic plc results, click HERE

[Lubo]

hail Hail Gollum,

ich verstehe das nicht 100%. Was heißt den Bank borrowings? Haben wir 18 Mio Schulden?
Und wieso sind die so hoch gegangen in 2017?

Gibts es Infos irgendwo über unsere Schulden bzw. unser gespartes Geld auf der Bank?

Danke!

[Gollum]

Hail Hail mhate, schön dass Du mal wieder vorbeischaust!

Die Formulierung "Year-end cash net of bank borrowings" ist in der Tat etwas missverständlich, was eigentlich gemeint ist, ist dass wir, selbst wenn man unsere Verbindlichkeiten bei der Bank (die ja langfristig sind) abzieht, immernoch £17.9m auf der hohen Kante haben. Sprich, wenn wir mal von Schulden im Bereich £10-12m ausgehen, haben wir ungefähr £30m auf der Bank liegen. Mit anderen Worten, die £17.9m sind das was übrig bleibt, wenn man von unserem Bankvermögen die Schulden bei der Bank abzieht.

Ich könnte mir vorstellen, dass das nicht ganz unbeabsichtigt so umständlich formuliert wurde (ist ja auch zum ersten mal so, bislang wurde eigentlich immer nur "Year end net cash at bank" angegeben), damit die Fans nicht alle sofort vehement (bzw noch vehementer) größere Transferausgaben fordern. Überhaupt werden die tatsächlichen Gewinne bei solchen Bilanzveröffentlichungen ja immer ein bisschen klein gerechnet (nicht zuletzt auch aus steuerlichen Gründen). Den tatsächlichen Gewinn verraten, wenn man sich den ganzen Report anschaut, vor allem diese Zahlen:



Sprich, letzte Saison haben wir ungefähr £16m Gewinn gemacht, im Jahr davor nur etwas über £800k. Zeigt natürlich auch einmal mehr, wie abhängig wir diesbezüglich von der CL-Gruppenphase sind.

Ich hoffe, dass beruhigt ein bisschen

[McCeltic]

http://www.celticfc.net/news/13307

Hotel, Museum usw. wird gebaut. Genehmigung ist durch.

[McCeltic]

https://thecelticblog.com/2017/09/blogs ... facts/amp/


Wahre Worte.

[Big John]

Schon krass wie wir uns da absetzen vom Rest. Aberdeen kann mit seien Plänen hier noch mithalten bzw. ebenso sich entwickeln, aber der Rest (vielleicht Hearts mit neuem Stand) werden immer weiter abgeschlagen sein.

[McCeltic]

Hatte gestern sehr wenig Zeit, aber unser Verein feierte gestern seinen 130. Geburtstag.


Die BBC Schottland, ja wir kennen ja diese Deppen hatten aber nur eines im Sinn:


https://videocelts.com/2017/11/blogs/la ... ir-agenda/

[Gollum]

Gestern hatten wir die jährliche AGM:

Club reflects on a positive year on and off the park at AGM
CELTIC plc’s AGM for 2017 took place in the Kerrydale Suite at the stadium today (Wednesday) in an atmosphere of positivity surrounding the club both on and off the park.

[Lubo]

Klingt doch eigentlich sehr gut oder wie siehst du das, Gollum?

[Gollum]

Finanziell entwickelt sich alles sehr gut bei uns, keine Frage, im Vergleich zum Jahr 2016 hatten wir im letzten Jahr beispielsweise den zweithöchsten Wachstumsanstieg aller CL-Teilnehmer. Allerdings zeigen die Zahlen auch, wie abhängig wir diesbezüglich von diesem Wettbewerb sind, 30% unserer Gesamteinnahmen wurden durch die CL generiert, würden also potentiell auch wieder wegbrechen, wenn wir, was immer passieren kann, die Grupenphase verpassen sollten.
(Dazu: Detailed report highlights how Celtic’s finances compare with rest of Europe’s big guns)

[McCeltic]

Im Gegensatz zu anderen Mannschaften wissen wir, wie man mit Geld umgeht.

[McCeltic]

http://www.celticfc.net/news/13937


Das sieht doch sehr gut aus.